General info:

The Okanagan Artisans Sale has been running for over 40 years in the beautiful city of Vernon BC. We are looking for special, high quality artisans who sell unique one of a kind work as we strive to maintain the very special show the North Okanagan has come to expect. We are seeking artists, artisans and crafters in all forms of creativity from drawings, paintings, ceramics & pottery, metal, jewellery, photography, fibre arts, bath & body products, culinary arts, wood and everything in between.

We are looking forward to a huge 2019 show, celebrating an amazing 40 years! We hope to see familiar faces returning and welcome newcomers to our amazing sale. Please fill in the online forms - apply - submitting all pertinent information including photos for advertising use.

FAQ's:

Is it a jurried show?Yes we jury our Artisans. It's the best way to ensure quality artwork and ensure balance in each of our categories. It's our aim to fill the Sale with an excellent selection of arts and crafts while making every effort to not overfill any one given area.

Deadline:Applications are open from May to July and notification will be given in late August. The show dates are confirmed for November 22 & 23 and we are excited to NOT overlap this season with Black Friday (the following weekend).

How many vendors?The Vernon Lodge main ballrooms holds almost 50 vendors (depending on booth sizes).The mezzanine in the upstairs of the ballrooms holds an additional 10+ spaces. The ceilings are lower here and discounts are provided for this area.We are also pleased to have reserved the side Gallery Room to the right of the ballrooms allowing for another 5+ artisans. All in we should have almost 65 vendors for 2019, our biggest offering to date!

Load in & out:The back side of the hotel parking lot (south side) has the loading doors.​Load-in is Friday morning before the sale begins (8-10:30).Load-out is Saturday immediately following the end of the sale (3:30-5). There is always an event booked immediately following our sale which unfortunately means it's a mad dash to get packed up. We will offer help as required to get you out before the next event. Please do not tear down your display early.

What's included with your application fee?• Power is included. Please indicate if required on your application forms. The booths in the middle of the room (not on walls) will have a central power cable which is taped across/under matts as there are no outlets in the floor.• Advertising. We use as many outlets as possible including the local newspaper, radio, online sites and social media to promote the show. We also encourage you to use your own media outlets, tag us on facebook and instagram and email blast your customers directly.• Chairs. 2 per booth, more available upon request, please note on your application.• Access to the back-hallway with a hot water machine, sink & prep area for making your snacks.

What's not included:• Drapery between booths isn't included as we try to keep costs down. Renting through a company to add poles & drapery would dramatically increase the booth fees and currently we think it's not necessary.• Tables are not included but are available if you need to rent them.• Table drapery is not included but is available if you need to rent it. You can only rent drapery if you are renting tables at the same time. You do not need to rent drapery with the tables if you have your own, as long as your drapery fits and goes to the ground (covering anything and everything under the tables).• Food is available in the hotel restaurant however the wait staff will no longer bring menus in for vendors. You must go out to the restaurant to place, pay and receive your orders.